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Welcome to the Young Pioneer Tours Blog, the place where we we keep you informed about everything YPT, from current tours, to future tours and a whole lot of eclectic stuff in between.
YPT first started blogging in 2008 and are considered the best North Korean Travel blog that there is.
But, as Young Pioneer Tours have expanded our locations, so have we expanded our blog. Now we have one of the best travel blogs in the world!
And while most of our content is about the numerous destinations we go, including travel guides and what to pack, we also delve into more serious subjects such as the safety of certain destinations, as well as how LGTBQ+ friendly the places we visit are.
While the vast majority of our content is produced in-house, we are always on the look-out for guest bloggers and writers. Want to write for us? Then simply get in touch.
You can also check out our sister publication YPT Life.
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Borderlands of North Korea – #4 Changbai Village
1 July 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Aside from Young Pioneer Tours regularly blogging about our budget tours to North Korea and the many new North Korean Tourist attractions that pop up in Pyongyang and other cities, we also try and do the odd piece about the wider is …
Who recognises Abkhazian Independence?
1 July 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
While many consider Abkhazia an unrecognised state, in actuality it is partially recognised due to many United Nations and non-United Nations states recognising Abkhazian Independence. Who though are these states, why do they recognise Abkhazia and wha …
Is Abkhazia a country?
1 July 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
At YPT we love to jump in on debates about what exactly counts as a country, something we have strong opinions about. Therefore what do we think about the question is Abkhazia a country? Our simple answer to this would be a yes, but obviously there are …
Best Chinese Tours with YPT in 2025
30 June 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
In case you might have missed it YPT have reopened our office in China, in part to be prepared for North Korean tours to resume, but also in the interests of again offering Chinese tours. And while we are still putting together dates and itineraries we …
Best eSIM for the UK in 2024: Top Choices for Seamless Connectivity
30 June 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
As we move through 2024, eSIM technology is transforming the way travelers stay connected. For anyone heading to the UK, selecting the right eSIM can significantly enhance your travel experience. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of London, …
Whats it like watching football in Malaysia?
27 June 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
OK, so Malaysia might not be a traditional YPT locale, but when the chance for watching football in Malaysia arose we simply had to take it. And that is because as well as taking you to places your mother would rather you stayed away from, we also kind …
Cultural Respect 101: Tips for Traveling in a Diverse World
27 June 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
Traveling the world can be exhilarating, but respect is essential when visiting other cultures and countries. Before traveling to any country, make sure you understand local laws, customs, and practices to avoid appearing rude or dangerous. If you’re u …
When will North Korea fully reopen for tourism? – June 2024 Edition
26 June 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
With Putin visiting Pyongyang this month there has been a whole heap of new interesting in visiting the country, as well as the seemingly eternal question, when will North Korea fully reopen for tourism? Sadly this is a question that we still cannot an …
What’s the score with the new Thai Digital Nomad visa?
26 June 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Many sources have recently been reporting on Thailand both letting in more countries visa free, as well as the new Digital Nomad visa. What though is all the fuss about and how does it compare with other similar schemes in the region? Well while it is …
